PRODUCTS Fuel Cap Company; Full chrome fuel cap for classics The Fuel Cap Company has introduced a new range of full chrome fuel caps. The zamak base product is coated in alkaline copper, acid copper, bright nickel, and then chromium. All are assembled by hand. The first four examples are compatible with a wide range of historic vehicle marques including; Austin; Austin Healey; Auto Bianchi; Bedford; BMW; Carbodies; Citroen; DAF; Daimler; Datsun; Fiat; Ford; Gaz; Hillman; Innocenti; Jaguar; Lancia; Lotus; Mercedes-Benz; MG, Mini; Morris; Moskvich; NSU; Opel; Peugeot; Reliant; Rover; SAAB; SEAT; Simca; Sunbeam; Suzuki; Talbot; Triumph; Vauxhall; Volkswagen; Volvo; Wartburg; Wolseley; Yalta; ZAZ. www.thefuelcapcompany.co.uk Range expansion at FAI Automotive FAI Automotive has introduced 20 new references, including a oil control valve (OCV) suitable for VW’s 2.0i T EA888 engine. Another new OCV has been introduced for the 1.6 and 2.0i engines used by BMW. There is also a complete chain kit for Hyundai/Kia 1.0i, as well as an oil pump chain kit for the 1.2i engine used across the VAG group. 11 steering and suspension references have been added too, including a Range Rover rear strut mount, front link rod for the Hyundai Tucson, and the front forward hub carrier bush used in Nissan and Renault models. There is also a rear leaf spring bush for the Ford Transit. https://faiauto.com Sun DGA6000 LINK A John Bean wheel alignment connectivity kit has been introduced for the Sun DGA6000 LINK. This enables users to add wheel alignment functionality via a link-up with the John Bean V2000 alignment system. This offers 3D imaging from a stationary wall-mounted camera system that can be controlled directly from the Sun DGA6000 LINK. The John Bean V2000 alignment kit is available as an upgrade for the Sun DGA6000 LINK and is accessible to existing Snap-on customers who own a Sun DGA6000 Link Emissions Analyser. https://pages.diagnosticsmarketing.snapon.com/alignmentconnectivity-kit TRICO: Aquablade refill kits TRICO has launched Aquablade refill kits for its Exact Fit range, that are being sold in pairs and are compatible with recent Volvo models, with more on the way. Aquablades include an integrated washer system, with some blades also featuring an electronic heated steel insert. TRICO’s Aquablade refill kits are pre-cut to the correct lengths and with the appropriate rubber profile. Fitting instructions are also included. www.trico.eu.com JURATEK widens braking product portfolio JURATEK has added two brake discs, two brake pads, 29 calipers, five new wear indicators and one new brake shoe to its product range. Newly added brake discs cover the Lexus NX and RX, Toyota Alphard, Highlander, RAV 4 and a number of Volvo vehicles. Meanwhile, brake pads added cover the Volkswagen Touareg, Mazda 3 and CX-3 and the Suzuki Gran Vitara. There are also wear indicators for Land Rover, Range Rover and Jaguar models, along with the BMW 5 series, X5 and X6. On the brake caliper front, there are new items for car and LCVs from Audi, BMW, Ford, Hyundai, KIA, Skoda, Volkswagen and Vauxhall. www.juratek.com Ivor Searle: Remanufactured gearboxes Ivor Searle says its range of remanufactured manual gearboxes for cars and LCVs covers 90% of the UK’s vehicle parc. All Ivor Searle gearboxes are covered by 12-months unlimited mileage parts and labour warranty and are supplied with pre-installation guidelines, as well as model-specific instructions. Free next day UK mainland delivery is offered for stock items ordered before 3.30pm. www.ivorsearle.co.uk Mintex: New brake pad, disc and drum references TMD Friction UK has launched nine new brake pad, disc, and drum references within its Mintex product ranges. On the brake pad front, there are three new parts. One is compatible with Fiat vehicles, while another fits Audi as well as Volkswagen cars. Lastly the third fits cars bearing the Genesis, Hyundai and KIA marques. There are also three new brake disc references covering Honda and Ssangyong. Looking towards brake drums, there are three parts that fit Renault and Nissan cars. https://mintex.com/online-catalogue National Refrigerants On 1 January 2024, the UK will implement the next quota cut for HFC refrigerants reducing availability by at least 30%. With millions of cars on UK roads still relying on R134a in their A/C systems, this could cause serious supply issues leaving some drivers feeling hot under the collar. National Refrigerants are on hand at this year’s Automechanika to help service suppliers understand the changes and discuss the options available to keep their clients R134a systems running. Visit National Refrigerants at Automechanika Birmingham on Stand K101 from 6-8 June. www.nationalref.com 52 AFTERMARKET JUNE 2023
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